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My client is a +£1bn own label food manufacturer with UK-wide locations. With a true passion for delivering the finest quality convenience foods. This market leading organisation produce for leading customers such as Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys, Morrisons etc.

Following a recent investment in facilities and training programmes there is a requirement for a Category Analyst / Executive / Category Manager to take responsibility for a niche category across all the major multiples.

Based from a Hull office, you will report directly to the Category Controller who will mentor and develop your commercial skill set. Over an 18 month period you will receive training in all areas of your responsibilities: presentation skills, NPD, range reviews, sales etc.

Additionally, working alongside a team of Category Managers in training you will develop excellent relationships with leading multiples including Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys and Morrisons at head office level promoting a niche line of products to this key distribution channel. Your role will include presenting new products and lines, define marketing and promotional strategies, maintain consistently high standards and be tasked with delivering profit and sales growth.

The ideal person will have a commercial mind and demonstrate confidence in a highly customer exposed environment. You will be regularly presenting to the top four grocery multiples so any experience in this arena is vital. A passion for meeting new people and learning new skills is essential, and we are hoping to hear from career minded individuals looking for the path to a senior role.

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